1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scorpio | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |